Lens Comparison
Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art vs Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD
Key Differences
- Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.24x).
- Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD has a better length (86.2mm vs 142.3mm).
- Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD has a better min focus distance (19 cm vs 30 cm).
- Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD has a better weight (460g (1.01 lb) vs 715g (1.58 lb)).
- Sigma 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 105mm | 17-50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 15 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 11 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 30 cm | 19 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1x | 0.24x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $799 | $799 |
| Filter Size | 62mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 82.8mm | 75mm |
| Length | 142.3mm | 86.2mm |
| Weight | 715g (1.58 lb) | 460g (1.01 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
